11 best uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)

Virtually anywhere in Russia, power outages may occur. This may be the fault of the wiring placed inside the walls of the room. Either some problems in the so-called "shield" lead to this. More global interruptions are possible when something happens inside the substation. But the sudden disappearance of electricity can lead to the breakdown of a device. In this regard, the Internet magazine expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/ recommends that you think about buying an uninterruptible power supply. Here we describe the main aspects of choosing such a device, as well as the best models among those present in Russian stores.

How to choose a UPS?

1. If you look at the list of existing uninterruptible power supplies, you will be surprised at their diversity. From each other, such devices may differ very much, almost cardinally. This is due to the fact that different UPS can have completely different purpose. That is, first the buyer needs to decide on which appliance will be used to connect the appliance. Some devices have relatively modest size, and they can power only some small electronics. But if the UPS turns out to be larger, and its output power (indicated in watts or volt-amperes) is noticeably higher, then the product will cope even with transferring power to the computer with a top-end video card. There is also a separate class of uninterruptible power supplies designed to connect refrigerators, gas boilers and other similar equipment.
2. If we talk about the technical characteristics of the UPS, then pay attention not only on power, but also on the running time. After all, it depends on this parameter what time you have, for example, to save a document. Suppose a device can have a power of 500 W and a duration of 3 minutes. This means that if you connect a less powerful computer after the loss of electricity, you can work for another five to six minutes. Some models support the installation of additional batteries, sometimes a separate case is used for this - this will increase the operating time. However, you should not forget that first of all the UPS serves to stabilize electricity, the creators focus on this function, they rarely think about capacious batteries.
3. All uninterruptible power supplies can be divided into three categories. The simplest and cheapest UPSs belong to the backup type - such devices have passive filters, switching to own batteries is carried out in the absence of voltage or its very high boost. Such devices are contraindicated for some devices; switching to power from built-in batteries may be too long. Interactive type devices with a step voltage regulator are much faster in this respect.Moreover, these UPSs try to switch to the use of batteries only with a very strong change in voltage, which prolongs their service life. There are also double conversion UPS. Such devices should be bought by owners of expensive equipment - they have better reliability, excellent voltage stabilization and a very long service life.
4. Remember also that when choosing a UPS you need to pay attention on the power connectors used in itI. By the way, there may be additional interfaces on the device. With their help, for example, you can protect a local network or a telephone line. If the device has a USB interface, then you can count on the possibility of global configuration of the device via a computer and the corresponding software.

Rating of the best uninterruptible power supply (UPS)

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best uninterruptible power supplies for computers	1	Powercom Imperial IMD-1200AP	9 600 ₽
	2	APC by Schneider Electric Back-UPS Pro BR900GI	13 600 ₽
	3	Ippon smart power pro 1000	7 930 ₽
	4	Powercom Imperial IMD-825AP	6 070 ₽
The best UPS for household appliances and gas boilers	1	Powercom VGS-1500XL	19 213 ₽
	2	Ippon Innova G2 2000	21 390 ₽
	3	P-Com Pro 3H	42 000 ₽
The best UPS for home with ordinary sockets	1	P-Com Pro 3S	49 350 ₽
	2	INELT Monolith K1000LT	18 180 ₽
	3	APC BY SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC BACK-UPS BE550G-RS	6 560 ₽

The best uninterruptible power supplies for computers

Powercom Imperial IMD-1200AP

Rating: 4.9

A very good UPS for those who are not ready to spend on such a device more than 11 thousand rubles. The device is able to provide power to almost any computer - this is evidenced by a high output power reaching 1200 VA. With a power outage, the user will have about half an hour to shut down the PC correctly. It is possible to connect to the product not only a monitor with a system unit, but also some peripherals - there will be enough four outlets for this purpose. Two additional sockets are also present here, but they are connected only to a voltage regulator, they do not receive battery power. Please note that all jacks are of type IEC 320 C13 (“computer plug”).

The device has an interactive type of work. This means that switching to battery power occurs very quickly - in just 4 ms. In this case, the device copes with the stabilization of electricity - the jumps in the network will not exactly make it switch to battery operation, but they will not reach the PC in its original form either. On the UPS case there is an LCD display, which displays the main parameters. You can change some algorithms of work through a computer by connecting to the USB-connector. Full recharging of the batteries here lasts about six hours. Like almost all representatives of this rating, Powercom Imperial IMD-1200AP allows you to change batteries (they do not serve forever), including hot-swappable support. Please this UPS can also protect the local network. In short, this is a very good 13-kilogram uninterruptible power supply, which should more than suit any ordinary user.

APC by Schneider Electric Back-UPS Pro BR900GI

Rating: 4.8

One of the most modest UPS in our ranking. If the above-considered instance has very capacious batteries, then this model focuses on the stabilization of the incoming electricity. Of course, batteries are also available here, but at full load they provide only 4.6 minutes of work. However, this will be enough to save the document and turn off the computer.And if the load turns out to be half, the work time increases to 16.3 minutes.

A computer with a gaming video card is not recommended to connect to this uninterruptible power supply. The fact is that the output power of the product does not exceed 900 VA (540 W). Like the previous model reviewed, this UPS offers four battery-connected sockets. The difference lies in the fact that the number of additional outlets equals the same four pieces. That is, it is possible to stabilize the voltage for a whole zoo of devices! And yes, this model also belongs to the interactive type. However, the switching time to the battery here is quite long - it reaches 8 ms.

The sockets used here are of type IEC 320 C13. Present on the UPS case and LCD display - it allows you to familiarize yourself with the current properties of electricity. Even the UPS is able to please the jacks for connecting the local network and telephone line. You can make a complaint to the manufacturer only about battery charging time, reaching eight hours. However, in most cases this parameter does not play any role.

Please note that reviews for this model are written not only in a positive way. Unfortunately, users note a high rejection rate - almost half of the released uninterruptible power supplies fail after one or two years. Therefore, we still do not recommend buying this device, focusing on any other model.

Ippon smart power pro 1000

Rating: 4.8

Another interactive uninterruptible power supply in our ranking. It is also primarily intended for connecting a computer and peripherals, as evidenced by the type of outlets used here. In total, the device is endowed with six sockets, but only four of them are connected to the batteries. They all belong to the computer type. Voltage stabilization occurs here in a stepwise manner. If the mains voltage disappears, then literally in 8 ms switching to the batteries takes place. Their full charge lasts about 5 minutes of work at half load. Most often, this time is enough for the proper shutdown of the computer.

As befits all devices in our rating, the product has a decent output power. 600 W - this parameter indicates that the device will provide electricity not only to the monitor with the system unit, but also, let's say, the printer. Also on the Powercom Imperial IMD-1200AP case there is a connector for connecting a telephone line. But there is no LCD display here - only the LED indicators signal the operation mode. But there is a USB-interface that allows you to customize the operation of the UPS at its discretion.

Powercom Imperial IMD-825AP

Rating: 4.7

One of the most compact uninterruptible power supplies in our rating. The weight of this "baby" does not exceed 7.4 kg. Of course, on the case of such a small device could not find a place an abundance of sockets. In total, the device offers five places for computer plugs.It should be remembered that only three of them are connected to the batteries, and this is already a critical parameter. Voltage stabilization here is stepwise, and the device itself belongs to an interactive type. The manufacturer allows you to configure your UPS via a computer - this is the USB interface. Current settings are displayed on the LCD. When switching to battery power, which takes only 4 ms, a beep sounds.

The power of the product is 825 VA (495 W). We can safely say that the device is able to power any office computer. Most of all, the UPS will appreciate the battery life - it is 15 minutes. But the battery charging time leaves much to be desired - it takes 6 hours to fill them with energy. Protects the UPS not only the equipment, but also a local network, the connector for which is easily located on the case. Perhaps, Powercom Imperial IMD-825AP is a great option for those who want to have a compact UPS at their disposal.

The best uninterruptible power supplies for household appliances and gas boilers

Powercom VGS-1500XL

Rating: 4.9

This device significantly exceeds all the uninterruptible power supplies discussed earlier. To this model, you can not be afraid to connect a gas boiler or some other equipment that consumes large amounts of electricity. The output power of this UPS reaches 1500 VA (1350 W). At full load, the UPS provides up to three minutes of operation. Half load increases this parameter up to 13 minutes.

The fact that the euro sockets are used here, and not the usual connectors for computer plugs, speaks about the accessories of the UPS. Only two sockets can be found on the device; both sockets are powered by batteries. You can also find a USB interface on the case, which contributes to the detailed configuration of the device through a computer. Should please and LCD display showing the current state of the device.

This UPS successfully copes with voltage stabilization, as well as protection against short circuits, overloads and high-voltage pulses. Also without any problems, it eliminates all kinds of interference. Powercom VGS-1500XL weighs just over 18 kg. As for the cost, the Russian sellers are asking for more than 23 thousand rubles for this model.

Ippon Innova G2 2000

Rating: 4.8

Even more powerful unit. He got into our rating due to the presence of four outlets. It should be noted that they all belong to the computer type (IEC 320 C13). And yet they are powered by batteries. The uninterruptible power supply itself takes the form of a sinusoidal output signal. That is, the device uses a double energy conversion. This provides a near-lightning transition to battery power - the connected equipment will not notice anything for sure. The disadvantage of this solution is noise, which at certain times reaches a level of 44 dB.

The power of this model is 2000 VA (1800 W). On the UPS case there is an LCD display that displays almost all the necessary information. Also, the product has USB and RS-232 interfaces (the second is not present in all versions, so specify this point additionally).Advanced users should enjoy SNMP support.

P-Com Pro 3H

Rating: 4.7

The most powerful double conversion UPS in our ranking. Its output power reaches 3000 VA (2700 W) - it’s hard to imagine what kind of electrical equipment would be lacking such a parameter. But the device is also very expensive - in some online stores the price tag reaches 42 thousand rubles. However, the exit of some devices connected to the mains, out of order can fly into an even bigger penny.

On the case of this model there are three euro sockets (standard CEE 7). All of them are powered by batteries. The product has a very high input power factor, and it also has a fuse - this element is not found in every UPS. I did not forget the manufacturer about the LCD display, which displays all the most important information. Please someone can and socket for connecting a local network. From other additional interfaces, you can select only RS-232. Also, the product allows you to expand connectivity by buying accessories.

There is a P-Com Pro 3H and one serious drawback. The fact is that only the device itself is included in the above price. Batteries also have to be purchased separately, and cheap, too, in any case can not be called.

The best UPS for home with ordinary sockets

P-Com Pro 3S

Rating: 4.9

One of the best UPS for professional use. The maximum he can produce 2700 watts, which is enough even for the work of a few irons. Of course, this device is designed to stabilize the electricity supplied to the most expensive devices, which would be very sorry to lose due to an accidental power surge. At half load, the UPS can provide a five minute run time. But is it necessary to say that most often the UPS will not be loaded by 25%, in connection with which the operation time will be noticeably longer?

Perhaps this is probably the only representative of our rating, which actually has no significant shortcomings. You can only complain to the price tag, reaching 50 thousand rubles. Although not everyone is satisfied with the fact that there are only three euro sockets here. However, if necessary, you can always use a splitter. The device has other connectors, including a slot for additional interfaces. You can use the P-Com Pro 3S to protect the local network. Current parameters are displayed on the LCD. It should be noted that there is a fuse here, which, if necessary, will work almost instantly.

INELT Monolith K1000LT

Rating: 4.8

A relatively inexpensive uninterruptible power supply, sold for about 22 thousand rubles. It can be said that this is one of the most affordable double-conversion UPSs that can switch to battery power almost instantly. The savings forced the manufacturer to reduce power to 1000 VA (700 W). However, this is quite enough to connect several electrical appliances. For this, two euro sockets are used here. Of course, both of them are able to get battery power.

The UPS can boast a low coefficient of non-linear overlays - this parameter does not exceed 3% here. Also should please RS-232 connector, which serves to configure the product through a computer. A nice bonus is the LCD display, which displays data on the current status of the UPS and the electrical network. Also on these or other modes of operation indicate the light indicators located to the left of the display.

Perhaps the main feature of the device is fast battery charging. The trouble is that the product is supplied without batteries, they will have to be bought separately. Even more surprising is the fact that the bundle includes only two wires with terminals - in order to connect three batteries, you will have to independently make another pair of the same cables. This is not to say that it is difficult, but for some time such an activity will definitely take you away.

APC BY SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC BACK-UPS BE550G-RS

Rating: 4.7

The simplest UPS, belonging to the backup type. The output signal here has the form of a stepped approximation of a sinusoid. The device itself resembles a surge protector, only it is much larger in size. In its upper part there are eight euro outlets. Only half of them are connected to the batteries, the rest can only boast of voltage stabilized. It should be noted that large batteries in such a UPS could not fit, so the output power of the product is only 550 VA (330 W). That is, the UPS can power an office computer devoid of a video card, but no more. I am glad that at full load the work time is 3.2 minutes - that’s just enough to save the documents. At half load, the operating time rises to quite reasonable 12 min.

Despite the apparent simplicity, the device from the APC can boast a quick transition to battery power. It is also necessary to note the efficiency, reaching 98.7%. This UPS protects not only electrical devices, but also a telephone line - the corresponding connector can be easily found on the case.

As it is easy to guess, an uninterruptible power supply for 6-7 thousand rubles. could not do without certain simplifications. Firstly, there is no LCD display - instead of it, light indicators signal the operating modes. Secondly, when working on batteries, there is quite a noticeable noise. Thirdly, it takes 16 hours to fully charge the batteries.

Conclusion

This is the list of the best UPS, designed to connect those or other devices. If you live in a small village, using a water heater or boiler, then you definitely need an uninterruptible power supply. Such a device would be useful in the case of permanent work on a computer in a room with not the best wiring - an abrupt outage will destroy the fruit of work after the last file saving. In short, we recommend you to think about UPS. Practice shows that such a device is never superfluous.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.